Corporate Counsel

The Corporate Counsel will be a key member of the legal team assisting with, and in many cases managing, the corporate legal functions that power Knotel, including with respect to employment, international expansion, employment, corporate governance and other transactional and commercial matters. S/he will also be responsible for assisting with certain ongoing strategic matters and transactions. This position reports to our Associate General Counsel, Corporate & Securities.

What You’ll Do:

Provide support to Knotel’s corporate transactional work, including coordinating among the legal, finance, and corporate development teams and external counsel.

Support the company’s People team with human resources matters, including employee issues, hiring into new markets, and company policies and practices.

Assist with expansion into new markets, including working with local counsel to launch new markets world-wide.

Implement and manage compliance procedures vital to our business, including with respect to FCPA, AML and “KYC” procedures.

Assist the company’s Finance team with ongoing audit, valuation, and expense issues related to the Company’s equity and debt matters.

Provide support on corporate governance best practices, including assistance on general board and shareholder matters, the formation of corporate governance policies, securities filings, and coordination of stock or equity issuances.

Build and manage machinery and tools that can scale to keep up with Knotel’s rapid growth.

Who You Are

You have an entrepreneurial spirit and product driven mindset. You’re excited by the challenges that come along with building a disruptive business and this role is exciting to you because you want to build and improve internal process, policies and products at a high growth company. You pride yourself on your judgment and ability to act decisively in situations requiring quick but thorough analysis and decision-making. You’re detail-oriented, have strong organizational and communication skills, are able to prioritize and re-prioritize based on changing business needs, and thrive in fast-paced outcomes-driven organizations. You also have the following:

At least 4-6 years of experience either at a top tier law firm on in-house, preferably including experience at a start-up and/or high growth company (though candidates with law firm experience counseling similar stage clients are also encouraged to apply).

Experience advising clients on employee relations matters, including both broader policy-based considerations as well as focused responses to discreet employee matters.

Familiarity with and/or experience implementing and managing key compliance policies for a high growth, world-wide enterprise.

A history of managing outside counsel (or, as outside counsel, have managed teams of colleagues) toward meeting deadlines and adhering to budgets.

Ability to communicate with business colleagues as well as legal colleagues, including at the highest levels of a high-growth company.

A JD from a top accredited law school and exceptional academic credentials.

Membership in good standing of the New York bar, or eligible to register as in-house counsel in New York.

About Knotel

Knotel is the world’s leading flexible workspace provider that gets, fits, fills and manages space for customers. Knotel caters to established and growing companies, giving them the freedom to focus on their business, culture, and people. With over 4 million square feet across 200 locations in three continents, Knotel is transforming commercial real estate and moving companies forward.

Knotel was founded in 2016 by Amol Sarva and Edward Shenderovich to give businesses the flexibility and speed to scale on their own terms. All Knotel spaces are tailored to the needs of each individual company by an in-house team of architects, interior designers, and workplace strategists. For more information, please visit www.knotel.com.

Our Core Values

Fly your Flag - Don’t check your identity at the door. Bring it inside - we are better for it.

Don’t Look Away - Care for the details no one told you about. Make every space a home and give the gift of belonging.

Outcomes, Not Processes- Time is precious. Save it. Start with the goal and back out the journey

Get Uncomfortable- Innovation starts at the edge of the unknown. Embrace the adventure and sign up for the hairy challenges.

“Where is it Engraved…” - Question orthodoxy.

Share in the Victory Dance- No one summits alone. Leverage the best in others and offer the most in yourself.

Diversity & Inclusion at Knotel

At Knotel, we know that a diverse workforce fosters our individual and collective success. We are committed to building an inclusive, collaborative culture where people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, and religious backgrounds can do their best work. This is all fueled by our employees, who drive the efforts and initiatives outlinedhere.

Location

We recently moved to a spacious location in Times Sq. It's super accessible, filled with natural light, and has great food, drink, and entertainment.

An Insider's view of Knotel

What are some social events your company does?

Knotel encourages its employees to socialize during the workday, but also provides fun events and opportunities outside of work for everyone to enjoy. We love hosting themed happy hours, and there's always a Knotel intramural sport you can join. Right now we're preparing for our summer retreat at a local summer camp–hilarious photos to come!

Rebecca

People Operations Associate

What projects are you most excited about?

Where do I start? Knotel has many incredible teams working on projects from increasing the agility and modularity of our spaces to improving the quality and diversity of our product line to meet the needs of our growing roster of corporate customers. My favorite thing about Knotel is that every employee has ownership of projects big and small.

Charlie

Platform Manager, Real Estate & Business Development

How has your career grown since starting at the company?

Knotel's rapid expansion has provided me with a very dynamic work environment. Over the last year, new projects and new roles have created pathways to grow within the company. I'm constantly challenged to own my role as it evolves, and I'm encouraged to build new skills. This has and will continue to be invaluable to my career as a Project Manager.

Jordan

Project Manager

How do your team's ideas influence the company's direction?

The Workshops team has the unique opportunity to explore how to make the Knotel membership more valuable through new ventures and products. In partnership with the expertise within each vertical of the company, we are able to test, learn, launch and scale new ventures and products that build on the Knotel core offering.

Roshni

Manager, Workshops

How would you describe the company’s work-life balance?

I really love my work and I enjoy being with my team, so work doesn’t feel like work. However, no matter how much I love producing results, my family comes first. Knotel has been incredibly accepting of my wonky schedule so that I can get quality time with my family. So my work and life are perfectly balanced here.

Sanjiv

VP of Product

What are Knotel Perks + Benefits

Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Disability Insurance

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Health Insurance Benefits

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

We offer competitive discounts at a number of NYC gyms and fitness clubs, as well as Knotel-sponsored boot camp and yoga classes!

Retirement & Stock Options Benefits

401(K)

We offer an individual contribution 401k plan so you can save directly from every paycheck.

Company Equity

Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits

Generous Parental Leave

We offer 16 weeks of paid parental leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.

Flexible Work Schedule

Family Medical Leave

Vacation & Time Off Benefits

Unlimited Vacation Policy

Employees are encouraged to get away for refreshment and inspiration!

Paid Volunteer Time

Every year, Knotel hosts a "Week of Service". Employees are encouraged to take advantage of volunteer opportunities.

Perks & Discounts

Casual Dress

Our office has a relaxed dress code--be comfortable and be yourself.

Commuter Benefits

Company Outings

Knotel hosts happy hours every other week, with company-wide dinners every quarter. We celebrate with holiday parties and an annual company retreat for all employees.

Stocked Kitchen

Our kitchen is stocked with unlimited snacks and beverages to keep our team nourished throughout the day.

Some Meals Provided

We have weekly company-wide catered lunches that are completely technology-free. This allows time for our employees to spend time enjoying each other during the work day!

Happy Hours

Knotel hosts happy hours for employees, friends, and guests every other week. The more, the merrier!